Who We Are
Bread of Life started in 1982, serving hot meals and food bags to people in need from the surrounding community. Throughout our 25 years of service, we have partnered with; governmental agencies, churches, and volunteers who supported us in meeting our mission goals. Hot meals are prepared on site by volunteers. There are no eligibility requirements. People in need arrive at designated serving times. Food bags are handed out immediately after meals. Our program is performed several ways [depending on budgetary allowances]; congregated meals daily or weekly; food bags weekly and bi-weekly; food bag emergency referrals. In 2007 Bread of Life served approximately 4,568 meals and gave out 13,104 food bags. The socio-demographics of are recipients; 35% homeless, 15% senior citizens, 5% disable veterans, 33% under 18, and 22% work-class adults.
Who We Serve
Bread of Life recipients are; senior, homeless; and working-class families with children. We serve people who are limited by their circumstances, and need food relief. Our programs recipients are forced to choose between food and shelter monthly. The number of people living below the poverty level in Antioch is at 12.4 percent. Contra Costa County poverty levels increased to 8.9 percent in 2007 from 7.9 percent in 2006, and children were hit the hardest. An estimated 12.1 percent of Contra Costa residents younger than 18 were poor in 2007, compared with 9.8 percent in the previous year.
Where We Are
We are located at The Light Ministries Church in downtown Antioch.
The address is 415 W. 6th Street at the corner of 6th and F St
Days And Hours Of Operation
Saturday (excluding holidays)
11:00 a.m. food bag tickets distributed
12:00 p.m. Lunch is served
Food bags are distributed immediately after lunch.